Bi‑State Asks County to Cover $7M Shortfall and Back $25M 30‑Month Transit Plan

Sep 16, 2025

Bi‑State Development Agency presented a 30‑month transit investment proposal Sept. 16 asking St. Louis County to allow use of prop A reserves to cover an estimated $7 million FY25 sales‑tax shortfall and to support a near‑term program that totals roughly $25 million over 30 months.

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Bi‑State Development Agency officials briefed the St. Louis County Council on Sept. 16 about a proposed 30‑month transit investment package that aims to increase frequency on targeted routes, redesign service in underserved corridors and fund bus‑stop accessibility work. Charlie Roach of Bi‑State introduced the team; Tammy Paris, Bi‑State CFO, and Ronald Forrest of service planning provided the financial and service details.

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